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2022 Nomination Information and Form ENTRY DEADLINE: January 15, 2022
Mission Statement
To recognize and honour innovators, leaders and visionaries for their contribution to agriculture in
Manitoba.
Objective
The objective of the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame exists to formally and publicly recognize
individuals or groups who, in the course of their residence in Manitoba, have made outstanding
contributions to the improvement of agriculture and the betterment of rural living in the province.
Who is eligible to be inducted in to the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame?
Individuals or groups who have demonstrated through leadership, innovation or vision in farm,
rural, or commodity organizations, or in a food industry, are eligible candidates for the Manitoba
Agricultural Hall of Fame. Contributions within these areas will have been demonstrated at the
provincial, national or international level and benefited the agricultural industry in an outstanding and
significant way.
Who can nominate an individual or group?
Any member of the public is eligible to submit a nomination for an individual or a group of people.
Neither self-nominations nor nominations made by family members are permitted. The board of the
Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame reserves the right to nominate an individual or group they deem to be
an eligible candidate.
Who sits on the selection panel?
The Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame board of directors go through a lengthy and comprehensive
evaluation process to determine who is inducted each year.
How many people are inducted each year?
The board of directors may select up to four individuals or groups of individuals to induct annually.
Nomination Criteria
Below are the categories to consider, when preparing your written documents. The percentages indicate
the weights given to each category.
1. Innovative contributions (20%)
2. Service to agriculture (20%)
3. Service to community (20%)
4. Longevity of impact on agriculture (20%)
5. Impact beyond local region (20%)
…continued on the next page.What do I need to include in a Nomination Package?
1. Print off and complete (in full) the Nomination Form – it can be found at the end of this document.
Alternatively, we can email you an electronic copy that can be filled in online. Simply email us with this
request (info@manitobaaghalloffame.com) This form must be included as page 1 of your nomination
package. All information is kept confidential.
2. Submit a full biography: This should include: full name, date and place of birth, ancestry,
education, marital status, family, career, personal characteristics, awards/honours and the
significant/outstanding accomplishments of the nominee or group of individuals. Please read and keep in
mind the Nomination Criteria on the previous page as this is important information that is considered in
the evaluation process.
3. Nominations must be substantiated with accompanying letters of endorsement (max. five). These
letters should come from individuals and organizations with which the individual or group was involved
and should include knowledge of specific/outstanding accomplishments of the individual or group.
4. All material must be submitted in a typewritten, comprehensive, yet concise and organized
fashion. If possible, all information must be submitted together as one comprehensive package. Please
collect all letters of reference and include it with all other pieces of the package.
5. One current black & white and one colour photograph must be submitted with the package (print
or digital acceptable). A head and shoulders shot with a plain (solid colour) background is preferred.
Any digital photographs should be a minimum of 300 dpi and at least 5”x7”. The print copy of the
photograph may be returned upon request. In the event that the nominee is deceased, please submit an
appropriate photograph that shows just them in the photo.
Please note: With the exception of a group nomination, when more than one person is included in a
nomination (i.e. married couple, business partners, siblings etc.), all persons should be treated as
individuals and documentation submitted should support the induction of all those included in the
nomination.
When is the deadline for the completed Nomination Packages to be received?
Deadline for entries is January 15. The nomination form, accompanied by all letters of endorsement and
pertinent information must be postmarked by January 15 for the nomination to be considered in that
year. Note: This is a FIRM deadline. Extensions are not provided. If packages are received after the
deadline, they will be kept on file for the next year’s nomination process.
Are there any costs associated with the nomination process?
In the event the person(s) you have nominated is/are successfully accepted into the Hall of Fame, it is the
nominator’s responsibility to cover the cost of the plaque that is produced for the gallery. In the past
these plaques have been approximately $400. You will be notified and invoiced in advance of the
Induction Ceremony.
Where is the Hall of Fame Gallery Located?
Each person inducted into the Hall of Fame will be honoured in the gallery of the Manitoba Agricultural
Hall of Fame, located at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba.
…continued on the next page.When are the successful Inductees announced? The board of directors announces the year’s inductees at the Annual General Meeting. That meeting is held in early April. The media is notified and announcement is also placed on our web site. What if my nominee is not chosen? Unsuccessful official nominators will be notified in the event their nominee is not chosen. When does the Induction Ceremony take place? A formal ceremony takes place in the summer of each year. Details (date, location etc.) are provided once the inductees are announced. Where do I submit my completed Nomination Package? The package can be mailed or emailed to: Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame Inc. 3977 Portage Avenue Winnipeg MB R3K 2E8 Fax: 204-888-6992 Scan & email to: mbaghalloffame@gmail.com Questions: 204.888.6990
3977 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3K 2E8
N OMINATION F ORM Phone: 204.888.6990 ext 8
Confidential Fax: 204.888.6992
(Please Print) E-Mail: manitobaaghalloffame@gmail.com
Web: www.manitobaaghalloffame.com
VERY IMPORTANT: This form must be completed in full and appear as PAGE #1 of your nomination package.
N OMINATOR INFORMATION
Nominator’s Last Name: First: Group/Organization:
Street Address: P.O. Box: City/Town: Province:
Postal Code: E-mail Address: Work Phone No.: Home Phone No.:
( ) ( )
I/we submit the following name to the Board of Directors for their consideration as a candidate for the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame. I/we feel that
they meet your criteria as someone who deserves recognition for their outstanding contributions to the welfare and improvement of agriculture and the
enhancement of rural living in Manitoba.
Signature of Nominator Date
N OMINEE INFORMATION
Nominee’s Last Name: First: Middle: Photograph Provided
Yes No
Street Address: P.O. Box: City/Town: Province:
Postal Code: E-mail Address: Work Phone No.: Home Phone No.:
( ) ( )
Place of Birth: Date of Birth: Date of Death (if applicable):
Nearest Relative’s Last Name: First: Relationship:
Spouse Son Daughter Other
Street Address: P.O. Box: City/Town: Province:
Postal Code: E-mail Address: Work Phone No.: Home Phone No.:
( ) ( )
S PONSOR I NFORMATION
(Person/Organization responsible for the cost of the plaque if the nominee is selected.)
Last Name: First: Organization:
Street Address: P.O. Box: City/Town: Province:
Postal Code: E-mail Address: Work Phone No.: Home Phone No.:
( ) ( )
Please note: The deadline for entries is January 15.
Please mail or email nomination forms to:
Executive Director
Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame Inc.
3977 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3K 2E8
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